FATHERTIME The Caboose Precious Batch is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey bottled at 92.4 proof, hand-selected from heavy oak barrels at The Bardstown Bourbon Company. This 2026 spring release represents the youngest child's journey—the caboose of the family—raised with love, discipline, and the patient guidance of charred American oak.

Born from the rolling hills of Nelson County, FATHERTIME embodies the wisdom that comes with experience and the joy earned through dedication. At The Bardstown Bourbon Company, master distillers understand that the finest bourbon, like the finest children, requires both structure and freedom to develop character. Each bottle of The Caboose tells the story of being the youngest of six, carrying forward family traditions while forging its own path through the rickhouse.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Toasted vanilla bean, warm baking spices, honey-drizzled cornbread, sun-warmed oak planks, dried orange peel
• Palate: Caramel apple crisp, cinnamon bark, roasted pecans, brown butter sweetness, gentle pepper warmth
• Finish: Medium length with lingering oak tannins, vanilla custard, and a whisper of charred wood smoke

Product Details

Perfect For

• Father-child bonding moments: Sharing stories and wisdom over a dram
• Family milestone celebrations: Graduations, achievements, and life transitions
• Quiet evening reflection: Contemplating life's journey from the comfort of your favorite chair
• Gift giving: Honoring the father figures and mentors who shaped your path

Frequently Asked Questions

What does FATHERTIME The Caboose taste like?

The Caboose delivers classic Kentucky bourbon character with toasted vanilla and caramel sweetness balanced by warm baking spices and oak influence. The 92.4 proof provides enough strength to showcase the heavy oak barrel aging while remaining approachable for sipping neat or with a splash of water.

Is FATHERTIME The Caboose good for cocktails?

While this hand-selected bourbon shines when enjoyed neat or on the rocks, its robust 92.4 proof and complex flavor profile make it excellent for elevated cocktails like Old Fashioneds or Manhattans where you want the bourbon character to stand prominently against other ingredients.

How should I drink FATHERTIME The Caboose?

Enjoy The Caboose neat in a Glencairn glass to fully appreciate its heavy oak barrel influence and complex aromatics. Adding a few drops of water can open up additional vanilla and spice notes, while a single large ice cube provides gentle dilution that highlights the bourbon's natural sweetness.

What makes FATHERTIME The Caboose special?

Each bottle is personally hand-signed and represents a carefully selected batch aged in heavy oak barrels at The Bardstown Bourbon Company. The Caboose celebrates the unique perspective of being the youngest child—learning from those who came before while developing its own distinct character through patient barrel aging.

What is similar to FATHERTIME The Caboose?

Fans of other Bardstown Bourbon Company releases and oak-forward Kentucky straight bourbons will appreciate The Caboose's balance of traditional bourbon flavors with heavy barrel influence. It shares characteristics with other hand-selected, small-batch bourbons that emphasize craftsmanship and individual bottle attention.

You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.